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What Is a Cat Dental Emergency? Health & Care Facts (Vet Answer)
Dental pain and periodontal disease don't just affect us. Our furry family members can develop oral infections, broken teeth, and even masses in their mouths.…
Declawing Cats: Our Vet Explains the Truth, History & Alternatives
Cats’ claws are a normal, essential part of their anatomy, whether we like it or not. Unfortunately, for many years now, humans have been allowed to remove the…
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS): Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)
Feline orofacial pain syndrome is a chronic disease that affects cats. It is characterized by sudden onset, severe facial and oral pain. Affected cats may muti…
Can Cats Have Alzheimer's? Feline Health Facts (Vet Answer)
Cats experience deterioration of the brain tissue, just as humans do. Progressive cognitive decline eventually results in dementia. When this occurs in cats, i…
10 Diseases Humans Can Get From Cats (Vet Answer)
It’s not unusual for us to find ourselves with cats on our kitchen counter, in our bed, or even following us to the bathroom! If you’ve ever been woken by the…
Corneal Ulcer In Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatment Options
The eyes are often called, “the windows to the soul,” and this is also true for our feline friends. We can decipher how our cat is feeling just by the appearan…
Is There a Home Remedy for a Cat With a Fever? Our Vet Explains
If your cat has a fever, you may be wondering if there is a remedy you can use to help treat it at home. No human medications are safe for cats, and treating a…
10 Common Cat Skin Problems & How to Handle Them (Vet Answer)
Skin conditions are a common problem that plagues cats. There are numerous causes of skin conditions ranging from autoimmune disorders to allergies to true inf…
